Retaliation and Whistleblower Claims

Retaliation occurs when employers punish employees for reporting illegal acts. Laws protect them from termination or harassment. Apollo Law Group assists those facing retaliation recover compensation.

What Is Workplace Retaliation?

Retaliation happens when an employer takes adverse action against an employee because they engaged in protected activity, such as:

  • Reporting discrimination or harassment
  • Filing a complaint with HR or a government agency
  • Requesting medical leave or accommodations
  • Participating in an investigation
  • Refusing to participate in illegal activity
  • Reporting safety or labor violations

Retaliation is illegal even if the underlying complaint is not proven, as long as the employee acted in good faith.

Common Examples of Workplace Retaliation

Retaliation can take many forms, including:

Termination or Forced Resignation

Demotion or Pay Reduction

Suspension or Disciplinary Write-Ups

Harassment or Hostile Treatment

Denial of Benefits or Opportunities

Schedule Changes or Reassignment

Signs You May Have a Retaliation or Whistleblower Claim

Federal & State Laws Protecting Retaliation & Whistleblower Victims

Workplace discrimination cases often involve:

Federal Laws
State Laws

Many states add extra protections, including:

  • California Labor Code §§ 98.6, 1102.5
  • New York Labor Law
  • New Jersey CEPA
  • Washington WLAD
  • Illinois Whistleblower Act

These applies to employees in your state, including major cities and metropolitan areas.

How Apollo Law Group Helps Retaliation & Whistleblower Victims?

Reviewing Evidence & Workplace Records

Emails, texts, write-ups, pay records, witness statements, and HR materials.

Filing with Government Agencies

EEOC, OSHA, DOL, SEC, IRS, or state agencies depending on the claim.

Protecting You From Further Retaliation

We intervene quickly to prevent additional harm.

Negotiating Settlements

We aim for maximum compensation without court when possible.

Litigation & Whistleblower Reward Claims

We pursue lawsuits and whistleblower financial rewards when applicable.

No Upfront Fees

You pay nothing unless we win.

How Whistleblower Reward Cases Work

Some whistleblowers can receive financial rewards, including:

What Compensation You May Recover?

Common Mistakes Employees Should Avoid

Frequently Asked Questions

What counts as retaliation at work?

Any negative action taken because you reported illegal behavior.

No. Federal and state laws protect whistleblowers, and retaliation can lead to compensation.

If timing and patterns suggest otherwise, you may still have a strong case.

Evidence helps, but your testimony and the timeline are often enough to file.

Yes, especially with SEC, IRS, OSHA, or internal ethics systems.

Deadlines vary by state, but many are 180 days or less.

That increases employer liability.

Yes, many whistleblower laws protect non-traditional workers.

Yes, some programs offer significant financial rewards.

Speak With an Employment Lawyer Today

If you’ve been treated unfairly at work, don’t wait. Contact Apollo Law Group for a free consultation and let us fight for your rights.

Free Consultation

No obligation case review

Nationwide Representation

We help workers across the U.S.

No Fee Unless We Win

You pay nothing upfront